ARTS

MINNESOTA ASSOCIATION OF REHABILITATION

TECHNICIANS AND SPECIALISTS

Bridging the Rehab Connection

ABOUT ARTS

The Association of Rehabilitation Technicians and Specialists is a division developed for support staff in the rehabilitation setting to promote a network of information, communication and to advocate for individuals with disabilities. The Division has a history dating back to 1974 when it was established as the “Association of Rehabilitation Secretaries”. The association has grown and changed as had the field of vocational rehabilitation.

Development

Recognition as a member of the rehabilitation team
Growth and development of leadership skills and unlimited personal rewards
Career development through training opportunities and conferences

Collaboration

Organized voice in state and national rehabilitation issues
Opportunities for active participation in service projects and rehabilitation activities
Awards program that encourages excellence and honors outstanding service

Opportunities

Encourages the advancement of qualified persons in their respective fields
ARTS serves as a vehicle for interaction and exchange of ideas between the public and private sectors of rehabilitation

ARTS AWARDS

ARTS will be presenting two Rehabilitation Support Staff awards this year, one to a support staff who is working in the public sector and one to a staff who is working in a private setting.

Public or Private Rehabilitation Support Staff of the Year: Any individual working in the rehabilitation field that supports activities related to individuals with disabilities in their work toward achieving employment. This includes, but is not limited to: support staff, administrative assistants, accounting staff, technology staff, rehabilitation technicians, etc. Nominees do NOT have to be members of MRA.

Click here to nomination someone for our awards: https://forms.gle/BweuwfKcnATU8rC39